Infrared/ Thermal Imagery

For a Pre-purchase, Pre-sale inspection or Leak Detection the Infrared provides a more in-depth inspection complimenting the weathertightness inspection process. the infrared camera is able to scan larger expanse of areas, where moisture not visible to the naked eye, may be present. And with years of Infrared and Weathertightness expertise the North Star Inspections team are skilled at identifying water ingress issues in building both residential and commercial.

Infrared (Thermal Imaging) is invaluable in detecting Moisture anomalies in areas such as:

The rear of the building frame

Pools of water in the ceiling (roof leaks)

Under decks (deck failure)

Below showers (shower waterproofing failure).Often these areas have no visible signs that water is present.

The Infrared Inspection:

The Infrared camera scans walls and ceilings – non invasive

Moisture meters take moisture content readings throughout the property.

Investigation of all thermal anomalies and high moisture readings.

Photos and Thermograms recording any shortcomings.

A full exterior Weathertightness Inspection.

Specification of any possible weathertightness shortcomings or failure mechanisms.

A full North Star Inspections report including photos, suspected causation and recommendations is provided.

Leak Detection

With our years of Leak Detection, Infrared experience and invaluable detection tools; repair and resolutions can just an investigation away. So if you believe you have a leak…whether from water ingress from the exterior or an internal problem, before you go cutting holes in many locations – Contact us.

The North Star Inspections Infrared Inspection is used in-combination with the Weathertightness inspection, meaning we provide a more comprehensive moisture inspection of both the Interior and Exterior. Not just detecting moisture but looking for potential exterior shortcomings. Because at North Star Inspections we believe it’s not enough to know water is present. But why and what needs to be done about it. So during the Weathertightness Inspection all highlighted anomalies are investigated and extensive moisture meter monitoring undertaken in order to locate the cause/source of the weathertightness or watertightness failure.

What a Weathertightness Inspections adds to Thermal Imaging

Infrared camera imaging is just one tool that helps us achieve an in-depth Weathertightness Inspection but it should not be promoted as a stand-alone inspection tool as there are many areas the camera can not access due to stored items and compounding elements and other inspection tools are required. So don’t be fooled by companies claiming that Infrared camera imaging is a standalone building or moisture solution…it’s not; but it is an exceptional tool in the detection process.

Book a North Star Inspections Weathertightness Report with Infrared today! Contact

Don’t delay, even Minor problems have the potential to escalate.

About Us

Following a successful building career Mark Paterson trained as a Building and Weathertightness Inspector in 2005 and partnered with Julie Paterson this team have built a reputation for great inspections, service, expertise, and in-depth easy to understand reporting.
Subsequently this business is built on referral from satisfied customers.